Rambutan
Rambutan is a juicy tropical fruit with hairy red skin and sweet, translucent flesh, enjoyed fresh or in fruit salads and desserts.
About Rambutan
Rambutan is a tropical fruit known for its distinctive hairy red or yellow skin and juicy, translucent white flesh. Native to Southeast Asia, it has a sweet, slightly acidic flavor similar to lychee. Rambutan is rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants, making it a healthy addition to fresh fruit dishes, desserts, and beverages. It is often eaten fresh, chilled, or added to fruit salads.
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Scientific Name
Nephelium lappaceum
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Calories
68 per 100g
Taste Profile
Ripeness Indicators
Skin is bright red or yellow depending on variety, slightly soft to the touch, hair-like spines still firm.
Edible Parts
Flesh (avoid seed)
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